Books
December 8, 2021
Arleta Little named executive director of the Loft Literary Center

Arleta Little named executive director of the Loft Literary Center

Former head of the McKnight Artist Fellowships will replace Britt Udesen, who left in May.
Eat & Drink
December 8, 2021
Chef/owner Max Thompson is ready for a break

St. Paul's intimate neighborhood restaurant Stewart's will close Dec. 22

After more than eight years, chef/owner Max Thompson says it's time to move on.
Stage & Arts
December 8, 2021
Kyla Stone plays the title role of Anya, who seeks to discover the mystery of her past, in “Anastasia.”

Kyla Stone soars as Russian princess in Broadway tour of 'Anastasia'

Review: The lavish show weaves Romanov myth and music in a swirl of musical theater.
Eat & Drink
December 8, 2021
Chef Tyler Shipton holds French truffles that are currently in season at Borough in Minneapolis. "Who doesn't love truffles?" (Courtney Perry/Special

Former chef of Borough in Minneapolis opens Lanesboro restaurant

Plus: Saji-Ya temporarily closing to make way for new building.
Variety
December 8, 2021

Ask Amy: Should doctor weigh in on relative's health?

Taste
December 8, 2021
Goat Cheese-Black Pepper Quick Bread // credit: Mark Weinberg Excerpted from BAKING WITH DORIE: Sweet, Salty, & Simple © 2021 by Dorie Greenspan.

Try these 5 recipes from our favorite cookbooks

Sweet, savory and somewhere in between, this year's crop of cookbooks have recipes to suit all tastes.
TV & Media
December 8, 2021
Benedict Cumberatch is a villain with a secret in “The Power of the Dog.”

Benedict Cumberbatch makes the West even wilder in 'Power of the Dog'

Critic's guide on what to watch (and avoid) on TV this weekend.
Taste
December 8, 2021
Soy Honey-Glazed Crispy Tofu with Broccoli and Carrots. Credit: Meredith Deeds, Special to the Star Tribune

The key to crispy tofu? A shot of vodka

Tossed with vegetables and a quick yet complex sauce, it can be a hearty meat-free meal.
Taste
December 8, 2021
Minnesota’s Sweetland Orchard produces a winter reserve cider that’s aged in oak barrels.

10 ciders to brighten your holiday season

Bridging the gap between beer and wine, there's a cider for all palates and occasions.
Taste
December 8, 2021
Our 15 top cookbooks of the year cover everything from easy dinners to baking challenges

Our 15 top cookbooks of the year cover everything from easy dinners to baking challenges

The picks are suitable for gift-giving, but you might want to keep them for yourself.
Variety
December 8, 2021
Sticky Toffee-Date Cake alone makes Zoë François’s “Zoe Bakes Cakes” worth buying.

11 cookbooks from Minnesota authors that deserve to be on your shelves

From baking cookies and bread to global flavors, this year's local cookbook scene has been a vibrant one.
Variety
December 8, 2021
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The sky's the limit for winter wardrobes

Variety
December 8, 2021
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Essay: How 'Survivor' helped a family grieve and survive

We didn't expect "Survivor" night to become Survivor Night. We didn't expect it to become a thing.
Obituaries
December 8, 2021

Brother Jules, who spun records for Prince and KMOJ, has died

He started working for Prince in the early 1990s, mixing music and DJing at his clubs, at Paisley Park and on his records.
Minneapolis
December 7, 2021
This week, southwest Minneapolis area residents received the first edition of the Southwest Connector, a neighborhood newspaper, on their doorsteps.

Two new publications target southwest Minneapolis a year after its newspaper folded

The print Southwest Connector and digital Southwest Voices try to fill a void in one of the city's most prosperous areas.
TV & Media
December 7, 2021
Vineeta Sawkar, left, and Dave Lee.

WCCO Radio hires former TV anchor Vineeta Sawkar to replace Dave Lee as morning host

The former Channel 5 anchor will begin on weekdays starting Jan. 3.
Taste
December 7, 2021
Executive chef Jack Riebel in the kitchen of the Lexington in 2017.

Jack Riebel, influential Twin Cities chef behind Butcher & the Boar, Lexington dies at age 55

The chef with a larger-than-life personality had been diagnosed with a rare form of cancer.
Home & Garden
December 7, 2021
house finch

House finches are well adapted for urban living

They'll nest happily in wreaths, hanging pots or anything else handy.
Home & Garden
December 7, 2021
House finches throng a feeder.

It's a slim forecast for winter finches heading south

The best feed for finches? Sunflowers
Eat & Drink
December 7, 2021
Churchill St. is now open in Shoreview.

First look: Churchill St. brings chef-driven dining to Shoreview

An impressive culinary team has reimagined a former hardware store into a restaurant.

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